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Madisen Hane

Madisen Hane , Co-Photo Editor

  • Walkout Song: “What Make You Beautiful” by One Direction
  • Guilty Pleasure: “The Bachelor”/”The Bachelorette”
  • Favorite Food: Papa Keeno’s
  • Favorite TV Show: “The Office”
  • Spirit Animal: My dog Finn
  • Pet Peeve: When people lick their fingers while/after eating
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After entering with English teacher Casey Engel's AP English language and composition class in October, Junior Riley Weaver won the New York Times Review competition.

Students of Sion: Junior Riley Weaver Wins NYT Review Contest

Abbie Sinow, Reporter Feb 18, 2020

After entering with English teacher Casey Engel's AP English language and composition class in October, Junior Riley Weaver won the New York Times Review competition.

Freshman Kyra Wilburn walks down the runway in the library holding a pillow and stuffed animal as a part of her outfit April 25.

Freshmen Take the French Fashion Show

Madisen Hane, Co-Photo Editor Apr 26, 2018

The fifth annual French Fashion Show took place April 25 in the library. The French one and one honors classes took part in the project. The students prepared outfits to model and descriptions to read...

Chinese President Xi Jinping, right, holds a grand ceremony to welcome U.S. President Donald Trump at the square outside the east gate of the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, Nov. 9, 2017.

Trump’s Tariffs Raise Questions

Madisen Hane, Co-Photo Editor Mar 12, 2018

President Donald Trump announced plans to impose a 25 percent tariff on steel imports and a 10 percent tariff on aluminum imports March 1 which has led many economists to question the future of how this...

While at her morning practice, junior Maggie Carr extends her arms above her head to stick the landing of a lutz.

Carr-ving Her Way

Madisen Hane, Co-Photo Editor Feb 25, 2018

It is still dark outside and junior Maggie Carr is on the ice, spinning, jumping and gliding. She weaves between nearly a dozen other skaters before expertly skidding to a halt next to her coach. Soft,...

An update on the state of the flu in all 50 states as of Jan. 6.

Flu Facts and How to Prevent Getting Sick

Madisen Hane, Co-Photo Editor Feb 19, 2018

Strains of seasonal influenza pop up nearly every year, leaving many Americans stuck at home in bed. However, this year all U.S. states but Hawaii and Oregon have reported widespread flu activity, according...

Sophomore Avery Kuhls, playing Cinderella, offers flowers to a Gabrielle Aguayo on stage during the musical “Cinderella,” performed Jan. 19-21.

“Cinderella” Photo Gallery

Jan 23, 2018

Junior Jordan Harrison gets her makeup done by junior Izzy Winkelmeyer before the beginning of the musical “Cinderella,” performed Jan. 19-21.

Noah Schnapp, Finn Wolfhard, Gaten Matarazzo and Caleb Mclaughlin in "Stranger Things."

Things Get Stranger in Season Two*

Madisen Hane, Co-Photo Editor Nov 6, 2017

*Spoilers ahead After winning two MTV movie awards, including the award for Show of the Year and receiving a practically cult-like fan following, Netflix’s Stranger Things released its highly anticipated...

Freshman Lizzy Morales draws with a child at the Upper Room during Freshman Day of Service.

Freshman Day of Service Showcases Serving Opportunities

Madisen Hane, Co-Photo Editor Oct 14, 2017

The Freshman Day of Service sent the class of 2021 to 11 different service locations all across the metro Oct. 11. This day marks an annual initiative to allow freshmen to receive three hours of service...

Ann Dowd, Elisabeth Moss, and Alexis Bledel of The Handmaid Tale in the Trophy Room at the 69th Primetime Emmy Awards at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles Sept. 17.

Emmys Exemplify Escapism

Madisen Hane, Co-Photo Editor Sep 19, 2017

One of many spotlights glides across the stage in an instant, landing on a man dressed in a full tuxedo, standing behind a rolling podium. On the front of podium is a white plaque marked by the words “The...

Theology teacher Paul Kramschuster and his daughter, freshman Sharon Kramschuster pose for a picture.

Bring Your Daughter to Work Every Day

Madisen Hane, Co-Photo Editor Sep 6, 2017

The golden sun hung low in the sky, morning dew sparkled through the grass. It was a Friday morning, and the drumline was assembled outside the Peace Garden. Freshman Sharon Kramschuster rotated 90 degrees...

The senior class gathered for a class photo in their future school colors in the gym.

Seniors Declare Their Next Destination

Lily Coit, Web Editor-In-Chief May 1, 2017

The Senior Class sported their future school colors April 28 for College Decision Day and celebrated their achievements with music, Tad’s shaved ice and a bonfire where they could burn their accumulated...

Kendall Jenner Causes Uproar in New Pepsi Ad

Kendall Jenner Causes Uproar in New Pepsi Ad

Madisen Hane, Reporter Apr 11, 2017

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The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum can be found in downtown Kansas City on 18th St.

Negro Leagues Baseball Museum Pays Tribute

Madisen Hane, Reporter Apr 6, 2017

For about three years now, the mounting excitement surrounding the Royals has truly made Kansas City a “baseball town.” The last two Octobers have been packed full of post-season stress, sweat...

Girl Up club President and founder Meg Schwartz discuss the origins of International Women's Day with the rest of the club.

Girl Up Club Recognizes International Women’s Day

Madisen Hane, Reporter Mar 20, 2017

Girl Up spent club time March 8 commemorating International Women’s Day. Executive club leaders and juniors Meg Schwartz and Sarah Schaffer led the meeting which discussed the history of International...

The Pad Thai dish is served with vegetables and egg noodles as well as spicy peanut sauce.

Get Out of the Restaurant Rut at Pad Thai

Madisen Hane, Reporter Feb 23, 2017

I’ve driven by Pad Thai restaurant probably a hundred times. I’ve always known that it exists but never actually took the time to try it out. Recently, however, I came to the conclusion that I...

Junior Emilie Connors and her mother laugh before the start of the Mass.

Mother Daughter Mass Photo Gallery

Dec 9, 2016

Senior Taylor Ramsey sings a solo piece, “Gospel Magnificat,” while students and their mothers receive communion.

Juniors Melissa Hamilton and Tierney Manning work on their arguments for their debate.

Debate Teams Go Undefeated at Rockhurst Tournament

Madisen Hane, Reporter Nov 14, 2016

Dozens of pairs of high school students were sent into a frenzy of activity; shuffling papers and voices discussing potential policies and values echoed throughout the Rockhurst cafeteria. There were only...

Freshman Maya Bair focuses in on the pitcher before her hit.

Softball Student Night is An All Around Success

Paige Dussold, Reporter Oct 6, 2016

Freshman Maya Bair focuses in on the pitcher before her hit.

A phone using the HelloVote service to register to vote.

iRegistertoVote

Madisen Hane, Reporter Oct 3, 2016

As an American, the 2016 presidential election is definitely something that is on my mind. As a 16-year-old, however, there is obviously less pressure since I won’t be able to vote. Regardless of...

Seniors Abby Englert, Nora Malone and Honor Schleicher take the first strides
of the Junior Varsity race at Stocksdale Park in Liberty.

First Meet for Cross Country Provides Promise

Madisen Hane, Reporter Sep 11, 2016

During the first cross country meet of the season, the team made a strong appearance with girls on both the Varsity and C team placing in the top 25 runners. The two mile course was run at Stocksdale Park...

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